Cozy Sleepover Puppy Chow Recipe Easy Muddy Buddies Party Bowl Ideas
A nostalgic, easy-to-make Puppy Chow snack combining chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar-coated cereal, perfect for sleepovers and casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- Optional mix-ins: mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, festive sprinkles
Instructions
- Pour 6 cups of Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter, and 4 tablespoons unsalted butter. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and fully melted (about 1-1.5 minutes total). Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Pour the warm chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the cereal. Gently fold and stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until every piece is evenly coated, being careful not to crush the cereal.
- Immediately sprinkle 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar over the coated cereal. Fold carefully to coat all pieces evenly.
- Spread the coated cereal onto a parchment-lined sheet pan or large tray to cool and set for about 15 minutes to prevent clumps and allow the coating to harden.
- If desired, stir in optional mix-ins such as mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or sprinkles once the Puppy Chow has cooled slightly but before it fully sets.
- Transfer to a large bowl for serving.
Notes
If the mixture feels too sticky while coating, chill in the fridge for 5-10 minutes to firm up before tossing again. Use gluten-free cereal and dairy-free chocolate and butter for dietary adaptations. Avoid overheating chocolate to prevent scorching. Toss cereal gently to avoid crushing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
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